Bridge marathon benefits Fleming library

Posted:
06/21/2017 10:33:46 PM MDT

The seventh and final game of this year's bridge marathon benefiting the Fleming Library is in the book. Following lunch at Bully's Pub & Grub, the final day of bridge was played at the home of Joan Atkin.

Taking home top honors this year were Marilyn Garretson and Joyce Burton with 26,030 points. Second place went to Mary Ann Hiler and Esther Skrdlant with 25,320 points, and Barbara Altes and Kathy Brownell came in third with 23,600 points. Winning the day were Roberta Miller and Mari Trott. Garretson and Burton came in second, and Fran Morison and Shirley Bickel placed third. Door prizes were provided by Haxtun Daily Grind, Bar Lo Cafe, Bully's Pub & Grub, River City Grill, Old Town Bistro, Village Inn and the Haxtun Community Federal Credit Union.

Gertie Atkinson and the Fleming Library Association initiated the popular fundraiser in the late 1980s. Proceeds from the marathon fun the purchase of new books and support for the Summer Reading Program youth and adult programs.

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